Summary:
The city of Nortonville, Kentucky is home to two schools - Southside Elementary School and South Hopkins Middle School, both part of the Hopkins County school district. While Southside Elementary has consistently performed well, South Hopkins Middle School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past three years.
Southside Elementary School stands out with its strong academic performance, ranking in the top 40% of Kentucky elementary schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school excels in reading, with 3rd-5th grade proficiency rates exceeding the state and county averages. Additionally, Southside spends more per student than the county and state averages, which may contribute to its success.
In contrast, South Hopkins Middle School has experienced a concerning decline, dropping from the top 50% to the bottom 50% of Kentucky middle schools over the past three years. The school lags behind the county and state in mathematics proficiency, particularly in 8th grade, and has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25%, which may be impacting its overall performance. Both schools serve a significant population of students from low-income households, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients.
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